The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH is a premium moving magnet phono cartridge designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional detail, accuracy, and musicality from their vinyl collection. Featuring a Nude Shibata diamond stylus and Audio-Technica's renowned Dual Moving Magnet technology, the AT-VM95SH delivers superior groove tracking, excellent channel separation, and remarkable retrieval of fine musical details.
The Shibata stylus profile was originally developed for high-frequency quadraphonic recordings and remains one of the most respected stylus shapes for high-fidelity vinyl playback. Its larger contact area allows the stylus to trace more of the groove wall, resulting in reduced distortion, improved detail retrieval, and lower record wear compared to conventional stylus profiles.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Cartridge Type | Dual Moving Magnet (MM) |
| Series | VM95 Series |
| Stylus Type | Nude Shibata Diamond |
| Stylus Construction | Nude Mounted |
| Cantilever | Aluminum Pipe |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 25,000 Hz |
| Channel Separation | 23 dB (1 kHz) |
| Channel Balance | Within 2.0 dB (1 kHz) |
| Output Voltage | 3.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 23° |
| Tracking Force Range | 1.8 – 2.2 g |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 2.0 g |
| Coil Impedance | 3.3 kΩ (1 kHz) |
| DC Resistance | 485 Ω |
| Load Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Recommended Load Capacitance | 100 – 200 pF |
| Static Compliance | 17 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne |
| Dynamic Compliance | 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz) |
| Mounting Standard | 1/2-inch Mount |
| Cartridge Weight | 6.1 g |
| Body Color | Brown |
The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH is one of the most advanced cartridges in the VM95 lineup, offering audiophile-grade performance through its Nude Shibata stylus and precision-engineered Dual Moving Magnet design. It delivers outstanding detail, excellent tracking ability, and a refined analog listening experience that brings vinyl recordings to life.